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A petite variety of these enchanting and mysterious blooms which are steeped in folklore and were, in ancient times, used both medicinally and as a way to cull unwanted animals such as wolves (plants are also known as Wolfsbane). Despite this ominous history – there is no doubt Aconitum ‘Purple Sparrow’ will bring joyous blooms from June to August, held above clump-forming glossy, dark foliage. Flowers are borne on almost black stems as racemes of hooded purple-blue beauties – ideal for bringing enduring interest to pots, open ground and woodland gardens. Blooms can also be cut for a vase but do take care to wear gloves as direct contact with the skin should be avoided.Aconitum ‘Purple Sparrow’ prefers moist, well-drained soil in full shade to full sun – with a preference for some sunshine away from the hottest part of the day. A fully hardy, herbaceous perennial which will naturalise when provided with the right conditions reaching a height and spread of 45-60cm.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Aconitum ‘Purple Sparrow’ |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Monkshood |
| Hardiness | H7 (-20°C and below) |
| Colour | Purple |
| Type | Perennial |
| Format | 1.5 Litre Pots |
| Position | Full-Shade, Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.60 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.50 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, North-facing, West-facing |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
